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CYATHEA medullaris
Commonly known as Black tree fern
The exotic black tree fern, native of New Zealand
£50.00 each
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Exotic plants
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Good to know
Syn Sphaeropteris medullaris -
Pests & Diseases
Generally pest and disease free -
Place of origin
New Zealand to South Pacific -
Evergreen
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Australian / New Zealand
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Greenhouse / conservatoryNot the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winter
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Sub-tropical / mediterranean
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Town garden
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Woodland garden
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Half hardy (down to 0)
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Height
7-15 metres -
Spread
Up to 5m leaf fronds
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Fern
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Neutral to acid soil
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Partial shade
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